Paschim Burdwan (also known as Bardhaman) is a district located in the state of West Bengal, India. It is situated in the western part of the Burdwan division. The district is surrounded by Bankura and Purulia districts to the west, Hooghly district to the south, and Birbhum district to the east.

The administrative headquarters of Paschim Burdwan is located in Asansol, which is a major city and an industrial hub in the region. Asansol is known for its coal mines and steel plants, making it an important industrial center in West Bengal.